Automated storage system
January 8, 2017. Estimated Expiration Date is calculated based on simple USPTO term provisions. It does not account for terminal disclaimers, term adjustments, failure to pay maintenance fees, or other factors which might affect the term of a patent.Patent References 3857018 Locker installation with a central control unit Credit card storage system Automatic fee collecting and receipt dispensing system Automatic renting apparatus Storage system with adjacent bins controlled by a microprocessor device System for electronically recording and redeeming coupons Electric locker apparatus with automatic locker box designation device Storage system with adjacent lockers controlled by a microprocessor device Stowing system with adjacent lockers usable in particular in railway stations or airports InventorsAssigneeApplicationNo. 780712 filed on 01/08/1997US Classes:705/5, Reservation, check-in, or booking display for reserved space705/1AUTOMATED ELECTRICAL FINANCIAL OR BUSINESS PRACTICE OR MANAGEMENT ARRANGEMENTExaminersPrimary: Kemper, Melanie A.Attorney, Agent or FirmInternational ClassG06F 019/00AbstractAn automated storage system comprising a plurality of self-storage, facilities which are collectively networked to a central command center, wherein a customer may communicate with the central command center via an interactive kiosk located at each of the storage facilities or auxiliary access means, such as the Internet, to undertake various self-storage related transactions without the need for an attendant.Field of SearchReservation, check-in, or booking display for reserved spaceInsurance (e.g., computer implemented system or method for writing insurance policy, processing insurance claim, etc.) Coordination of plural reservations (e.g., plural trip segments; transportation and accommodation, etc.) Including point of sale terminal or electronic cash register Inventory monitoring Electronic shopping (e.g., remote ordering) AUTOMATED ELECTRICAL FINANCIAL OR BUSINESS PRACTICE OR MANAGEMENT ARRANGEMENT SYSTEMS CONTROLLED BY DATA BEARING RECORDS Credit or identification card systems Permitting access Inventory | |
